Great cozy ambiance, friendly staff and great drinks. The only drawback is it can be tough to find a seat on some nights!
The Bartender’s Handshake
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The Bartender’s Handshake is a cozy neighborhood cocktail bar located in Des Moines, IA, offering a selection of craft cocktails, unique wines, and beer. Guests can also enjoy homemade bites that complement their drink choices in a welcoming atmosphere.
With a focus on quality and creativity, The Bartender’s Handshake provides a distinctive experience for patrons looking to explore innovative beverages and delicious fare. The establishment also features options for carry-out and hosts various events, fostering a sense of community among its visitors.
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Great low key bar with great service. I enjoyed the mid century theme of the place, and they even had outside seating. I tried 4 drinks: the dew drop inn, to Thursday, army and navy, and girl...

The first thing that stood out to me was the service. We had someone approach us almost immediately offering to take our order and come find us. Once we found a place to stand outside, seating...

Unique light bite and beverage bar. Often like to bring my friends local and out of towners here. Many of my local friends are not familiar as there is not clear cage outside to Mark. However, I...

SOLID 5 stars for interesting cocktails at $10-13, though the drinks seem a bit light. The vibe is a dimly lit mid century modern cocktail bar that is suitable for groups of up to 4 people. They...
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